Kerry homecoming to Dr Crokes cancelled after untimely passing of former player

Part of Kerry's All-Ireland homecoming celebrations have been cancelled following the untimely death of former underage player Jamie Doolan.

Dr Crokes - the club of All-Ireland winning captain and Man of the Match Gavin White - have cancelled this evening's homecoming event as a mark of respect to Jamie, who was a minor selector with the Killarney club. He had previously represented Crokes at all levels and also played minor for Kerry for two years in 2006 and 2007, and U21 in 2008 when he won an All-Ireland medal.

“Jamie was a brilliant underage player representing Dr Crokes at all levels before turning his hand to management, and he was involved in senior and minor management teams over the last number of years,” a Dr Crokes club statement said.

It continued: “A very knowledgeable selector who was very popular with all club members, Jamie will be sorely missed by his many friends in the club.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the Doolan family in this difficult time. As a mark of respect tomorrow night’s captain’s homecoming to the Dr Crokes clubhouse will not be going ahead. May Jamie rest in peace.”